1985 Nissan Santana vs. 1971 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1985 Nissan Santana is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 1,990 cc, 1971 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 NSU Ro 80 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1985 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 NSU Ro 80 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Santana | 1971 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Nissan | NSU |
| Model | Santana | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2870 mm |
